Spicy Stir-Fried Beef with Chili-Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

A fiery stir-fry featuring tender beef strips tossed in a bold chili-garlic sauce that brings heat and depth to every bite. This Asian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs sirloin beef strips, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz sirloin beef strips
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 fresh red chili, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 12 oz sirloin beef strips with 1 tsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 finely chopped fresh red chilies, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add the beef strips and sear for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 tbsp water. Pour the sauce into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the beef.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and toss in 3 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds for freshness and texture before serving.